Swiss GDP weakens in the wake of German decline


05 Dec

Swiss GDP weakens in the wake of German decline

GDP contracts by -0.2% in Q3. Swiss growth remains dependent on German economy. Normal yield curve. Stabilisation of the franc. Positive outlook on equities.

Points clés

  • Euphoria gives way to bewilderment
  • Downward revision of the growth outlook for Swiss GDP
  • Surprise collapse of economic momentum in Q3
  • Swiss economy impacted by trade tensions between Beijing and Washington
  • Leading indicators still uncertain
  • Consumption will likely bolster GDP
  • Trade surplus increase in October
  • Stabilisation of the Swiss franc
  • Yield curve remains normal
  • Performance of Swiss equities still lacking?